1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 58 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra.
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1996 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Elantra | S8 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |